Flood Zone Comparison
Compare key metrics between 18335 18335, PA — Zone A and 25849 25849, WV — Zone X-shaded. Data sourced from FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (2025).
| Metric | 18335 18335, PA — Zone A | 25849 25849, WV — Zone X-shaded |
|---|---|---|
| name | 18335 18335, PA — Zone A | 25849 25849, WV — Zone X-shaded |
| zip code | 18335 | 25849 |
| city | 18335 | 25849 |
| state | Pennsylvania | West Virginia |
| state code | PA | WV |
| category | High Risk | Moderate Risk |
| flood zone | Zone A (High Risk — 100-Year Floodplain, No BFE) | Zone X-shaded (Moderate Risk — 500-Year Floodplain) |
| risk level | High Risk | Moderate Risk |
| annual flood prob | 1% annual chance (100-year flood) | 0.2% annual chance (500-year flood) |
| insurance required | Required for federally-backed mortgages | Recommended but not required |
| avg annual premium | 900 | 900 |
| base flood elevation | 23 ft | N/A — not in Special Flood Hazard Area |
| historical floods | 3 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2005 | 2 recorded flood events in the past 50 years. Most recent major flood: 2017 |
| nearest water | local stream (4.9 miles) | Pacific Ocean (4.6 miles) |
| elevation ft | 470 | 1,549 |
| population | 56,576 | 34,637 |
| median home value | 598,373 | 141,882 |
| flood damage risk | 40-60% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $97,608 | 15-30% chance of flood damage over a 30-year mortgage. Estimated average damage per flood event: $116,845 |
| mitigation tips | Elevate utilities above base flood elevation; install sump pumps with battery backup; consider flood-proofing ground floor; maintain flood insurance; create an emergency evacuation plan; store important documents above flood level. | Consider purchasing flood insurance even though not required; install backflow preventers on sewer lines; grade your lot to direct water away from foundation; keep gutters and drainage clear; know your evacuation route. |
| fema map id | 7683C679J | 7048C551J |
| last updated | 2025-01-01 | 2025-01-01 |
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